8 Expat Rules to Live By in the Philippines !!!

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[@ThomasLJones-dq5gq]

Steve, I really like your channel. I am a retired minister living in Baguio City, Philippines. My wife of 52 years died in 2020 (not of COVID), and I found myself unbearably lonely. God had mercy on me and brought a Filipino pastor's widow into my life and we married in 2022. I sold my house in Michigan and moved to Baguio. There have been many struggles for me, but God has brought me through them. I appreciate your mental health comments. My step-son here has a degree in mental health and gives lectures to various professional and governmental agencies. I love how you close with "God bless you." Without a relationship with God, life is much harder--not to say, without real meaning.

[@rickylee6129]

I'll be moving to the Philippines 🇵🇭 this year and going to Tagaytay or Baguio.

[@JohnSmith-nx7rx]

LoL. Buddhist do just fine without your fake God.

[@LloydintheAmericas]

Good word brother

[@DavidBilliter-p6y]

Read the word of God , know differ between God word . The devil could make you think that what God would want you to do . But then I can not say ..if this is work of God maybe … but it depend .

[@arctan2010]

I was worried about my diminishing health numbers when I reached my fifties. I finally realized how I ate in my 30s and 40s wasn’t going to work in my 50s if I wanted to stay healthy. Avoiding added sugar in all foods (especially sodas) was my starting point. I know it’s difficult because it’s readily available in every fast food, restaurant, and sari-sari store but I only drink plain water now which made a remarkable improvement on my health. Improving your physical health will also improve your mental health.

[@leonardmarlin4330]

I cut almost all sugar out of my diet and found my health improved 100 percent. I no longer take heart medication, have dropped 50 pounds, have much more energy. Do I get board only drinking water, of course so I drink coffee no sugar just milk and have maybe 3 beers San migal a week just for something different to drink. I'm 64 and haven't felt this good in 30 years.

[@frederickwalker740]

I’m trying to do this but it’s not easy for sure.

[@mattbraban8637]

Sugar is a very addictive drug!

[@skully5473]

Heck I didn't expect a philosophical gem when I clicked on this video. I agree with you 100% and am grateful that you're reminding me.

[@philrose7716]

Let it Go. Never ruin a good day by thinking about a bad yesterday. Ignore Them. Don't listed to other people. ... Give it Time. Time heals everything. Don't Compare. The only person you should try to beat is the person you were yesterday. Stay Calm. ... It's on You. ... Smile Life is short.

[@deejay7060]

Coffee only has sugar in it if you put sugar in it. And even if you put sugar in your coffee, it’s probably less than what’s in a can of coke

[@dovoso5685]

Some researches claim that Coke has acids who hurt your bones.

[@Mjolnher9]

How about drink coffee with no sugar at all

[@ThomasLJones-dq5gq]

True. Coke has many times more than the one tsp of sugar people generally put in their coffee (if they use sugar). The caffein level in Coke is also higher.

[@6foot596]

​​@@ThomasLJones-dq5gqverything about Coke is so much worst than Coffee. I think a can of Coke has an insane amount of sugar like 37 grams. American Heart Association recommends males have no more than 36 grams in total of added sugar for the day and 24 grams for women. Black coffee with nothing in it has amazing benefits in moderation especially with the liver. People need to make better health decisions. Coffee by itself will always be a million times better option than Cola or any other soda. Bad decisions will lead older folks into a path of Type 2 Diabetes. It can be very preventable for most people with good self control of their health.

[@Doug-zl8nb]

​​@@Mjolnher9Yes, you're right, do not drink any fruit juices whatsoever. No Gatorade, no pop..... drink water, coffee, or green tea.

[@KB3TLE]

Yes sir - - - ATTITUDE - is - EVERYTHING - and people need to realize that ! - - - Discernment brings wisdom peace of mind and gratitude.

[@marcforsyth9610]

Great commentary. I found that walking in the morning and spending about 20 minutes meditating, praying, or just putting my body and mind in a peaceful place is helpful. I also think it's best to give your advice when it's asked for, or if it will be a positive addition to the situation. If it's only for your self-esteem, keep your mouth shut.

[@mikeladley5149]

Steve helped me when I was hospitalized in 2022 and to date, I still am unable to walk. I continue to exercise, and my core strengthening has helped me tremendously. I had distectomy/laminectomy in 1998, and never been the same but doing crunches and leg lifts definately helped. The points Steve has made are essential to thrive in any society. We often forget how good and fortunate we Americans and Westerner's have lived. Not the same for many Filipinos, but they have a high pride and dedication to family and education like no other culture. This is what makes the Philippines a very special place. We have a long history here and men paid a high price for this ground. Honor & Respect it. 💖

[@tropicshade]

I too had a laminectomy & a foraminotomy (Guam) which was mostly successful. Now starting to have same issues on the other side and now it's all about managing inflammation.

[@themediterraneanguy]

such a nice adventure, with another great video content, I enjoy watching it, thank you

[@nickscomputerfix]

Good stuff! Thanks for doing the video.

[@RichTravel1010]

Any time!

[@bobbythespaceghost9934]

Love the message!!! I plan on leaving next year for the Philippines.

[@BlutoBlutarski-z3v]

Never mind. I thought my internet hiccupped and comment did not post. You give sage advice

[@jharn7514]

Thank you. Your outlook and insight is very helpful and makes me think more...

[@RichTravel1010]

Glad to help

[@davetherave4599]

Great advice! Thanks Steve, and feel better. At 68, I put a serious stroke in the rear view mirror. Back to work and everything. I never felt better! And this, even though I was told I would likely not recover. Anything is possible if you believe in your body's God given ability to heal itself, do the work, and NEVER give up. All the best. Keep I em' coming. Awesome content! 🙂👍

[@stan1027]

Good points. These are things people need to do no matter where they are.

[@martinsmith6971]

I don’t know if I watched this video before but it is still valuable information, How to Win Friends and Influence People These rules must be reviewed daily And will the good to health and love Marty

[@Matt-oy7pz]

i really enjoyed this, Steve.. thanks !!!

[@Anglophile2012]

Great advice! Every day is precious

[@MRBIGSLICK66]

Steve, really enjoying your informational videos, thank you brother! I’m making the move at 58 with my Filipino wife of 30 years in 2024. She’s from Manila, I have visited the country once before and traveled but a lot has changed since I have visited there all for the best I believe. Anyway, hopefully catch up to you when I’m in country and I can lean on you to steer me straight. I’ll buy you a Coke but I’ll keep the coffee lol. God bless, Stay positive! Mabuhay ✌🏻🏝️🌞

[@noelghallager4672]

really great advice and outlook on life in general. Thanks for doing what you do!

[@LB-ty6ks]

Great thoughts to ponder.

[@johndaley4749]

Steve, that was great advice, or food for thought if you want to call it that. I need work on most of the list. Now I have one for you and anyone else with hip pain,. I tell it to everyone but I can't remember anyone that listened. I am still working as a tileman, it's a heavy trade. I have had aching hips since the early 90s. So here it is: Do some pushups every day. Do 15 if you can, everyday. If you can't do 15 do 5. Every day. I started doing that and the pain disappeared 90% within 3 days and stayed away. I don't know why it works but it does. And I'm not saying it will work for everybody, the pain might be something congenital. I do 29 every night now, 39 if I took the day off that day.

[@taccoplaine6909]

Good info thanks steve!

[@chrissmith9538]

Great video. You are a very nice thoughtful. Compassionate person. We need more people like you in this world. Really enjoy watching your videos. Thankyou

[@RichTravel1010]

Thank you so much!

[@delaluz4634]

Very goods points made Steve.

[@mikec8057]

I wish you well, Steve enjoy you keep up the good work and I do wish you good health and peace in your life.

[@T.Fitz74]

One of your best videos ever…. And I’ve seen probably 50, I smile and laugh and clown, and say good morning to every single person that I make eye contact with… which is hard at times because 87% of people are staring at their phones, but it’s all good, I don’t have a job or family or kids or stress, which is why I have no reason not to smile and be kind to every person I interact with!! Thanks again Steve, you’re a champion!

[@6foot596]

Hate to say it but I am one of those people always on my phone in public ignoring everything around me. I guess it's just the way society is now.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Good stuff again.. Strive for fun relaxing peaceful leisurely lifestyle as healthy as can be.

[@RickDeckard6531]

Sciatica: Verrry painful - I've had that. Try a hot water bottle (wrapped in a towel) and apply to your lower back. Also: hot baths, acupuncture, back massage by a qualified masseur. BTW: I enjoy the humanity of your videos.

[@RichTravel1010]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@rickylee6129]

I tried everything for my Sciatica pain. Ended up doing lower back surgeries on the L4, L5 and S1. Plus fusion. Even though I am not a fan of going under the knife, it took away the Sciatica pain immediately. Of course you have your recovery time. But it was worth it to get rid of the extreme pain. 😊

[@Doug-zl8nb]

Hi Steve, great channel, you can do glute bridge. Hip thrust that I'll help your core....try not to drink pop..Gatorade..fruits drinks..watch your diet ..when we retire or before we should drop 5 pounds a yr...became leaner easier on the heart and body ..thanks for the great info

[@cyndig1670]

Good advice!

[@josephbanys8396]

Also prayers for your health Steve and I pray for everyone

[@jenserikjohansson6228]

Great vlog Steve.

[@marcrichard7251]

I don’t have a natural smile but I am happy…lately I try to smile at people

[@WAdelstein]

Trying to get in that habit too.

[@garyzies3486]

Make sure you have a good dentist and keep your teeth bright!

[@tropicshade]

I didn't know you were a Bubblehead! 😂(Airedale here). One of the main reasons we relocated to Guam was because of my back pain and I had surgery here within 18 months of arriving here (VA treated). Now we just travel back and forth, returning to Samar in Aug. You might want to look into fasting (short and long term) for improving your health. Not easy, but it works.

[@ianpreuss8726]

Hello Steve, your channel is really quite good. All of the topics you cover are very relevant to anyone, no matter where they are residing. What I like most about your channel is that you appear to be the what you see is what you get kind of person; you are just being yourself. I appreciate that you consistently discuss topics that we can all benefit from, particularly as it concerns financial planning, retirement planning & just having aspirations in life that make the day to day more meaningful.

[@RichTravel1010]

Wow, thanks

[@JRLee-ms9xl]

Hey guy. Been watching your videos. And today heard your not doing well and sorry to hear about it. Get better for us all

[@dickeyspaz3222]

Stay positive with the back issues Steve. I'm battling back issues at the moment also. Can't even get into my ortho until mid July. Unfortunately due to my job I am unable to take any kind of medication and still work. Fortunately though my boss is taking care of me even though I can't do much. Hope we bith can start feeling better soon !

[@michaellipman5003]

You have a great channel brother.

[@RichTravel1010]

I appreciate that!

[@floribertosousa2251]

Hi Steve,..I just became a new subscriber to your channel. Great video with great content. I'm "taking notes" for when I retire I'll go to the Philippines to live there also. Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@zettielanphier7069]

All great advice brother!!👍

[@Jcope-ce9ef]

I bought a 1992 Suzuki samurai jeep is my fix up hobby and I go to the gym and keep up the place I rent .

[@frankkluz9787]

I really admire what you have done over there Steve. Mental health issues are everywhere and I can relate to many of those experiences here in the US. -- I was 'professionally diagnosed' years ago as being in the top 2% with my "perceptions" and I can tell you it's a lonely place ! I have also found being seen as "keenly aware, exceptionally astute, and. extremely well grounded in reality" as more of a curse than a blessing many times. Often I have envied those in complete bliss and unable to see the ugly reality or truth of situations. -- We can't quit or give up as you have said. Your efforts are surely helping some people who need what you offer ! -- "Live long & prosper."

[@Sweet-T-Mama]

Good video Steve! 😊

[@RichTravel1010]

Thanks! 😃

[@Cococonut12]

great advice man

[@afakespace]

I read theres a VA clinic over there at the U.S. Embassy. Im currently browsing amd planning becoming an expat

[@RichTravel1010]

Only Service connections though

[@Sweet-T-Mama]

Hey Steve! I found something for my back and it REALLY works! It's Called CALM, if you can't get it I'll send it to you 😉

[@BuzzMccabe-iu9ph]

Didn't know you were a submariner. I was on the Flasher SSN 613 as a cook about 79- 81

[@wesleyhelm7208]

Thanks Steve ... I can realte .. dealing with health issues myself.. I refuse to give up.. I miss the Philippines .. I'd rather be back in Cebu than here in the US .. I don't hate my country at all.. But I am much Happier in the Phillipines . I have 2 bad kness one is very bad .. I had to have open heart at Mayo.. other health issues .. Yes those meds are hard on the body. But I refuse to give up at 62 .. I will go back .. Take Care Steve and God Bless you too

[@cabowabo5557]

I like your style!

[@RichTravel1010]

Thank you!

[@gregorygannon1365]

St. Luke's in Manila has an outstanding pain clinic check it out they can really help you with your back pain

[@rickylee6129]

Good Video Steve 😊. I highly recommend getting the surgery for your Sciatica. I don’t care what they tell you, it's not going away, ever. Only gets worse and drastically alters your quality of life. Jump over to Thailand 🇹🇭 and get it done. I can speak of this because of my personal experience with Sciatica pain. No picnic 😕. As far as negativity, there is a book called, The Power of Positive Thinking. Great book. 😊 Stay Safe 💕 💞 🙏 🙏.

[@TeresaKidwell-Reynolds]

We are moving to the Phillippenes in September and would really like to meet you. I watch a lot of your stuff

[@RichTravel1010]

[e-mail]

[@michaelstewart399]

To be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD

[@leonardmarlin4330]

I know you have help many people because i listen to you and was all set when the time came for me to pull the trigger. Planning was the key. Thanks for all you do Steve.

[@RichTravel1010]

Glad to help

[@boatboy1326]

I just wanted to say thank you for this video. My wife and I moved to Iloilo in the beginning of April. We are both 50 and are having a bunch of challenges over here. This video helped out :)

[@RichTravel1010]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JP67]

Hey Steve, Thanks for your channel and all the good an bad aspects.I'm 57 and contemplating a move there or Thailand.I know others have different priorities and that's fine.I would like to know more about fishing in your area or others if it's better elsewhere.With as many details as possible.Legalities,whats available and so forth.I know this may not be your thing but I haven't seen many videos on this and I think it would be great if you could put info out about it.Thanks

[@philippinefandango2859]

I think #9 would be to stay busy. Find a hobby or something to do on a daily basis. It can get lonely over here. Otherwise your gonna end up drinking your sorrow, loneliness away not realizing it is making it worse. Have a great day folks..

[@bluedale6563]

Steve with all your physical pain you probably need to reduce your work load and travel by 50 percent in the short term to give your body a chance to heal,,,,,,,,,,,plus reduce drinking coke and offer suger drinks and cafine and processed foods also by 50 percent...................... you need omega 3 and fatty fish oils and cod liver 7 sea oils are also needed in your body to help u......good strong mattress and maybe a part time carer till u get back on your feet and to full health

[@joeasuncion7854]

Always take care of your woman. Give her a good allowance every week. Don't take her for granted. Money Talks, Bullsh!t Walks.

[@royleverette6399]

You are telling everyone what to do to be happy and live a healthy life, But Steve you have got to do what you preach, Put down the Coke, Coffee and the food that's causing over weight, you said you are also dealing with the mental issues with your health problems....."Get some help" Also if a Expat don't want to speak "it's his choice" He's not over there to be with the other Expats.....I clearly understand your points, but you have to take care of yourself and be careful who you deal with. Some Expats are trouble makers, act like they know everything in the country, and they really don't. Thank you for the points and you take care of yourself.

[@christopherbradley5575]

Good advice for life in any country. Not just the Philippines. Great video.

[@RichTravel1010]

Thanks for watching!

[@growinglifetogether]

What area do you live in? Im lookin to save up and move there but not sure what best area would be. Im army vet and love outdoors and beach. More torwards solitude and away from fast pace of US 😅

[@dodgerblue7381]

Steve, it sounds like a lot of these relate directly to Depression. Depression can sneak up on people. If an expat is negative about things with the resources that they have there, it must be bad for the locals. Maybe not if they know nothing else. Take care of yourself and your family Steve.

[@GrampsGoneWild]

I'm curious about using toilets without seat covers in the Philippines. Could you kindly share your insights on whether it's common to hover, sit, or squat on top? Thank you!

[@RichTravel1010]

Hover, unless you got back issues like me. Lol

[@chrishughes887]

These shipwreck graveyards are sacred places and should be left alone in peace people with to much money have no sense

[@answerman9933]

Why should a shipwreck graveyard be any more sacred than any other graveyard?

[@chrishughes887]

Because they have possibility of becoming a graveyard for foolhardy foolish adventurous tourists who don't know how unpredictable nature is

[@grumpydudebryant]

STEVE!!!! Coffee has NO SUGAR, you have the choice to ADD sugar, and it's the mix of carbonation and syrup that is the bad part of Coca-Cola... even coffee with an artificial sweetener is better for you than a soda! Continued Good Luck there!

[@frederickwalker740]

I frown a lot only because I have so much in my mind. People have told me many times “smile Freddie smile”.

[@danielwykowski6069]

Good morning Steve, Great rules for everyday anywhere!

[@RichTravel1010]

Yes indeed!

[@youhanna4618]

❤❤❤

[@slevinmarkusreadings6162]

Thanks Steve for being a great guy, and all the great information over the years. Wish you a quick recovery .😊

[@RichTravel1010]

Thanks

[@davidjones7493]

I noticed that too.. you run into foreigners and many just look at you like why are you talking to me. Missionaries can be friendly but are usually busy

[@stupadass6989]

Sciatica ; mine was fixed in one Chiropractor visit after suffering 18 months Get an XRAY first ! There are 5 teaspoons of sugar in a coke maybe one teaspoon in a coffee . Find a highly recommended chiropractor . Thank you for the Expat rules ! Maybe add " Stay away from a separated married Filipina "

[@tonycee6812]

Good advice for life in general. Live, Love, Laugh is the motto

[@KennyInSubic]

Pride runs deep.

[@MadeNCda]

Great advice Steve! I know how it is to be faced w physical issues. I fought cancer and now have side effects from treatment. Grateful for life and always say "thank yiu Father" when I wake. Give God thanks. I would add two points to your list: be resp for our choices and be accountable for our behavior. Take care and hope you have a relaxing wkend!

[@dovoso5685]

Very smart words, and I loved them all. Thank you for sharing.

[@RichTravel1010]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@banjammy4116]

Dad understands flavorings in Philippines sugar and salt is a killer that's very true dreams are something to remember

[@alanforrester6900]

My problem is negative thoughts sometimes makes me want to go back to England thanks

[@thefilipinapee]

The CEO of Ocean Gate doomed the sub before it left on it's journey. He wouldn't listen to the old 50 something year old submariner veterans from USN about the sub design and safety concerns. He said safety stifles innovation. At least he believed in diversity, inclusion and equality. Enjoy your PH videos.

[@Hogueman4648]

Hey Steve when did you serve in the Navy submarine force?

[@RichTravel1010]

Early 80’s

[@edwardpeerenboom3666]

Hi Steve Thanks for the video. Good rules to live by in any country. Take care get well.

[@tonycee6812]

Just another comment since you brought up that sub. I heard reports today that the navy heard that sub being crushed on their underwater mics on sunday. Why would the govt keep that a secret until yesterday and let the search continue? I find that very disgusting and disturbing if that is true just to bury other headlines!!

[@tomgerryinphilippines8817]

I believe that they kept it going all week to hide "the big guy sitting in room with hunter email from public.

[@erikelmholdt9471]

Just what the world needs right now another crazy conspiracy theory😢

[@tagawa]

Coffee has sugar in it? Not necessarily. Just drink it black.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

I love only black coffee.. The taste of real plain black coffee.. No sugar.

[@tmartin501]

10:24. Don't give up. I enjoy your content and watch often, but the don't give up hit me because for the longest time you praised your family here. Girlfriend, kids and 'in-laws'. Then one day you mention ofhandedley that you were single again. You don't owe anyone an explanation but I thought perhaps I missed the episode where it was explained. Sounds like a 'teachable moment' to me.

[@RichTravel1010]

To personal

[@wmurphy62]

I haven’t had much contact with foreigners here but when I walk by them they don’t even look at me

[@Cowboysfan4ever]

A few things that is a little annoying is when driving in the PI is 1) the motorcycle and scooter drivers are the most dangerous and inconsiderate drivers in the world, they think everyone is suppose to watch out for them and it’s ok to cut right in front of you and they immediately stop right in the middle of the road to talk to their friends at a road side store even when the road is bumper to pumper traffic, so everyone has to try and go around them and they NEVER use turn signals 2) pedestrians NEVER LOOK before walking right out in front of you when your driving. Their motto is walk out in front of traffic and then look after they honk at you. I almost hit a kid yesterday because he was walking on the shoulder and just spun around and walked right in front of me without even looking, if I had been new to this country I would have hit and probably injured him very badly but I was watching him closely and I was able to lock up my brakes and swerve and barely miss him. 3) trying to enjoy my family time at one of the many tourist attractions and having conversations with my family when I will get swamped with beggars, they will pass 10 Filipinos just to interrupt my family time and stick their hand in my face. I had one beggar walk up and grab my bag and stick his hand out. I slapped his hand away and told him don’t ever grab my bag again. He walked past another bunch of Filipino’s and never once bothered them for a hand out. Now some nice things to say. I have never seen so many cute little children as these Filipino children are. They have cute personalities and are very friendly. I carry mostly large bags of DIPS (m&m’s) in my bag and I hand them out to the little children constantly. The parents are always a little shocked but also very grateful and the little kids just act like I handed them a $1,000 lol 😂 the adults are very courteous (unless they are driving and as stated before quite possibly the rudest and most selfish drivers in the world) they also will help in any way they can. They will try to speak some English even if they struggle with it. It truly is a paradise except for the roads which are hell lol 😂

[@stankroll8167]

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[@B_Tama]

Sir, this is the way it is here. Adapt or move on. Simple...

[@Cowboysfan4ever]

@@B_Tama I don’t mind if they have a death wish, but don’t try to sue me or demand a crazy amount of pesos when you walk right out in front of me. That’s why I would advise EVERY expat to have cameras installed all the way around your vehicle like I have. Also tint your windows to the darkest you can get so that they can’t see if it’s a foreigner or a Filipino driving so you don’t become a target to these people. I realize I’m in a foreign country but I also have the right to enjoy leisure time with my family without being harassed and I also have the right to not put my family in danger by some psycho on a motorcycle or scooter. ITS CALLED COMMON COURTESY AND MANNERS !!!

[@harrykP9]

Great rules. Do any of the bases there see VA patients? I love Coke! It is worse than coffee because the high fructose corn syrup is many times sweeter than sugar. Twenty ounces of Coke might require 30 oz of sugar to equal the same sweetness. It is poison, but sooooo good, especially when ice cold. Life is about the tradeoff of quality vs. quantity.

[@RichTravel1010]

Bases don't see patients

[@dustbusterz]

Steve, I Really Hope You Aren't Judging These People Simply Based on The Fact They May Not Smile or Be As Outgoing As You. You've Heard The Word Before I'm Sure " Introvert" . Introverts are Totally Misunderstood, and Maligned. Shy People not A Great Deal Of Difference Between The 2 . For Some, Its Really a Struggle to Put Themselves Out There. If You Run Into These People, It Could Take Repeated Effort on The Outgoing Person to Break Thru. Introverts Typically Will Have 1 to 3 Close Friends that It Took Them Years To Get to Trust. They Aren't Huge Fans of Parties or Large Gatherings( Yet, Can Feel Hurt if Not Invited). They Aren't Huge on Putting Themselves into Public Spotlight.

[@guspagoulato859]

hey guys

[@elsiechu7286]

Coffee no sugar unless you put on it. A can of coke almost 40 grams of sugar it’s a lot. Coffe you can control how much sugar you put in

[@garyskidmore1134]

You are a great example of how xpats should be. Love your videos

[@RichTravel1010]

I appreciate that!

[@bobbruce4135]

Avoiding negativity is big. That's why I'm not there. I could not find what I had hoped for there. So many guys spoke of finding romance which is why I tried. But, that's not even close to what I experienced. I expected the romance to have financial elements geo-maxing. But, I wasn't prepared for it being 100% financially motivated. Also, the heat and infrastructure just didn't work well for me.

[@garyzies3486]

An older guy looking for romance or true love is going to be extremely difficult there, especially when looking for a younger partner. We're being seen as a walking ATM and many girls there see us as nothing more than a smelly, old foreigner with money to spend. Most of the westerners I met there accept it as a transactional relationship but once their money runs out, they'll know their true value.

[@bobbruce4135]

@@garyzies3486 Truth. But, I tried this first just out of college and had the same results. The selection (quality) was better. The problem is I'm non-traditional in any respect and seek an emancipated DINK lifestyle which was a total deal-breaker. They all still wanted marriage, babies, sending money home, etc. I was still a walking ATM.

[@garyzies3486]

@@bobbruce4135 It's a fact! Most Filipinas don't want a life without kids. DINK lifestyle is incompatible with traditional Filipino culture. On top of that, most Filipinas will bend over backwards to support their families. It's a culture clash that often causes many problems in Fil-Am relationships.

[@CharnelWhispers]

Have you considered looking for educated and professional Filipinas who are into DINK lifestyle? Most of my Filipina friends actually don’t want kids so I’m pretty sure there’s a lot of them in our generation (Millennials btw)

[@bobbruce4135]

@@CharnelWhispers Yes. Actually, thought I had found it (sort of). But, after the petition to the west (my undoing), it was all just for the green card (like a permanent OFW position with much higher pay than the middle east). And, it was all about sending money home too. Perhaps, if the beneficiary is male (boys aren't as obligated to the family) and there's actual romantic love (boys are more romantic) that could work. Girls only fake (project) romance (because it's what baits boys). Evolutionary psychology 100.

[@Sweet-T-Mama]

Ps, my Filipina friends go to a Chiropractor too! 👍

[@billhartley7971]

Oh for crying out loud. If you are indeed a "submariner" you should at least know the difference between a "submersible" and a "submarine". This whole "submersible" disneyland ride has absolutely nothing to do with "submariners". Please, at least do a simple google search to learn the difference.

[@RichTravel1010]

Both basically the same

[@billhartley7971]

@@RichTravel1010 Nope. Not even "remotely" the same. They must have skipped that part in your "submariner" school. I really do enjoy your content but if you are passing yourself off as a "submariner" you would know these things.

[@StevenP.Kerdman]

I Agree With You I Would Deal With Philippino's The Expat's I Have Met In My 7 Month's Almost 97% Have That Western Bagage They Brought Over Here My Wife's Family All Talk Some English I Met A Fellow In The Mall & Has A Expat Group Like Yours Tarlac Talkers & Choose Not To Join In I Am Here The Happiest I've Ever Been In My Life Living Here

[@josephbanys8396]

Very well said.I wish all foreigners would fallow these.

[@brandonreiser7739]

I'm sorry bro, but as a veteran and an LEO, I appreciate specific topics when I'm searching. The title isn't exactly specific. I'm not needing general "rules" in life. I was looking for specifics to a place I'm co sidering living. Even you mention how it was rules for people to succeed. No hate, best wishes and I hope your efforts pay off for you! Just my worthless .02😂

[@answerman9933]

I am just not good people. But I am aware of it.